Work Broker | Waikato Region | Hamilton Metro

Overview

We're looking for dynamic, driven individuals who can hit the ground running and proactively engage with local employers to create sustainable job opportunities.

As a Work Broker, you'll build strong relationships with employers, understand their hiring needs, and connect them with the right candidates.

You'll advocate for clients, promote their skills, and support them through the job placement process.

This role is well-suited to those with a background in recruitment, account management, business development, or industry experience across healthcare, construction, retail, education and training, manufacturing, or horticulture.

Based in Hamilton Metro.

Permanent Full Time positions available (37.55 hours per week).

A Fixed Term Full Time Position for 12 months is also available (37.55 hours per week).

Starting salary range from $79,200 to $95,873.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong relationships with employers to create job opportunities and support sustainable employment outcomes.

Work closely with businesses to establish and promote vacancies, manage the recruitment process, and assist with onboarding and induction.

Educate employers on MSD's products and services, ensuring they are aware of available support and incentives.

Collaborate with colleagues across the region, including Case Managers, to connect clients to seasonal and permanent work.

Advocate for clients by matching them to suitable roles and promoting their skills to potential employers.

Keep internal systems up to date by recording all interactions with employers and clients.

Work with the Labour Market Team to complement Immigration, Skills for Industry and Cadetship work programmes.

Qualifications and experience

Proven experience in recruitment, sales, account management, business development, or similar roles where building strong relationships with employers was essential.

Experience collaborating with regional labour market teams or roles focused on addressing local employment needs and creating job opportunities.

Results-driven with the ability to meet job placement targets, manage competing priorities, and stay resilient through challenges.

Confident in cold calling, networking, and using digital tools to connect with employers and uncover opportunities.

Strong ability to identify job opportunities and tailor approaches to employer needs and current labour market trends.

Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly.

Willingness and flexibility to travel within the region to meet with employers and attend engagement activities as needed.

A full NZ Driver Licence and the ability to travel around Waikato region are essential for this role.

Salary and benefits

Salary range : $79,200.00 - $95,873.00

Starting salary is aligned to knowledge, skills and relevant experience.

How to apply

To apply, click the "Apply Now" button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.

As part of our recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a short digital assessment.

Applicants who progress may then be invited to an interview with the panel.

Further details will be provided at each stage.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

In your cover letter please write a response to the question below :

We want to hear real-life examples from your work experience, as reflected in your resume.

Focus on genuine situations that showcase your skills, problem-solving, and ability to build relationships.

Please aim to keep your responses within the suggested word count for each question.

1. What techniques would you use to place our clients into sustainable employment?

Please provide examples from your own work experience that demonstrate how you have successfully supported individuals into long-term job opportunities.

(Maximum 1500 characters)

All applications must be made online.

If you have any queries, please contact Cathrine Henderson, Manager Regional Employment at

Internal MSD Employees

– please apply through your myHR portal at work.

This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.

Extended closing date : Friday 19 September 2025

Joining us

Joining MSD means being part of a whanau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents.

We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment.

We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity.

We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Maori, Hapu, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.

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